The word "chachka" is a Yiddish word meaning small trinket. Many of us collect something. My mother collected dolls, Lladros, plates, fairies and clowns. My father collected beer steins, miniature cars. They had so much stuff in their house. Is it worth collecting these types of Chachkas? I'm at fault...
Product Review: Zippo Outdoor Emergency Fire Starter
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to light a fire quickly? If you like to go camping, outbound skiing or hiking, there are times when you need something that will start a fire quick and easy and the Zippo’s Emergency Fire Starter is a product that...
On Returning A Pen…
I was at a meeting in NYC and I realized I didn't have paper or a pen. A little embarrassed, I asked the secretary of the person I was meeting with if she had writing utensils. She took me to the conference room, sat me down and ran quickly out...